All Dive Regions
421 dive regions across 116 countries worldwide
Albania(3 regions)
Ksamil
Albania · Mediterranean & Europe
Ksamil. We love this little slice of Albania. It’s got that Ionian Sea sparkle, you know, the kind where the water just glows turquoise, especially with the Corfu Channel pushing in that clear stuff. Forget the crowded beaches sometimes, th
Saranda
Albania · Mediterranean & Europe
The main dive hub on Albania's riviera, with WWII wrecks, ancient amphora sites, and cave systems along the coast.
Vlora
Albania · Mediterranean & Europe
Vlora is where the Adriatic truly flexes its muscles, and we think it’s one of the most underrated spots in the Med. We’ve spent weeks here, mostly exploring the Karaburun-Sazan marine park, and it consistently delivers. You’ll find yoursel
Anguilla(3 regions)
Dog Island
Anguilla · Caribbean
Remote uninhabited island with walls, drift dives, and the best chance of encountering reef sharks and eagle rays.
Sandy Island
Anguilla · Caribbean
Sandy Island. It’s a tiny speck on the map, a postcard-perfect cay that feels like it’s just for you, and the diving here really capitalizes on that secluded vibe. We love how the reef slopes gently from the island, making for super relaxed
Shoal Bay
Anguilla · Caribbean
Anguilla's most popular diving area, with shallow coral gardens, nurse sharks, and excellent snorkelling off a world-famous beach.
Antigua & Barbuda(2 regions)
Antigua South Coast
Antigua & Barbuda · Caribbean
The Antigua South Coast is our pick for a more varied dive experience on the island, especially if you’re into poking around old wrecks. You get a solid mix here, from shallow patch reefs perfect for beginners to a few decent wrecks that of
Barbuda
Antigua & Barbuda · Caribbean
Barbuda. Just saying the name conjures images of empty beaches, and that’s pretty much what you get underwater too. This isn’t a place you just show up and dive; there are no dive centres here, so you’ll be coming over from Antigua on a pri
Argentina(4 regions)
Bahía Bustamante
Argentina · South America
A remote Patagonian bay with penguin colonies, sea lion haul-outs, and pristine kelp forest diving in nutrient-rich waters.
Mar del Plata
Argentina · South America
Mar del Plata might not be the first place that springs to mind for South American diving, but for those of us living in Buenos Aires, it’s our go-to for ocean diving. We love that it’s so accessible, just a few hours' drive, offering a gen
Puerto Madryn
Argentina · South America
Puerto Madryn is an interesting spot, definitely Patagonia’s diving capital. You’re not coming here for tropical reefs, that much is clear. This is cold water diving, and it's all about the marine mammals. From June to December, the souther
Ushuaia & Tierra del Fuego
Argentina · South America
The world's southernmost diving with kelp forests, king crabs, and sub-Antarctic marine life.
Aruba
Australia(12 regions)
Christmas Island
Australia · Australasia
Christmas Island, out in the Indian Ocean, is a place that feels genuinely remote. We love a good wall dive, and these aren’t just any walls. They drop sharply, often to absurd depths, straight into the abyss. It’s where you’ll often find y
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Australia · Australasia
Cocos Keeling. You’ll say it with a sigh after you’ve been. This isn't your everyday Australian dive trip; it's a commitment, a journey into true Indian Ocean remoteness. With just one dive centre and 37 sites, you get a real sense of exclu
Coral Sea
Australia · Australasia
The Coral Sea is where we go when we want to feel small, truly insignificant, in the best possible way. This isn't your average shore dive; we're talking remote pinnacles erupting from thousands of metres of blue, sometimes with a fair bit
Great Barrier Reef
Australia · Australasia
Okay, let’s be real. The Great Barrier Reef is enormous. We're talking 2,300 kilometres of reef. So when people ask what diving is like here, our honest answer is, "Which bit?" What we love, though, is how accessible so much of it is, espec
Lord Howe Island
Australia · Australasia
Lord Howe Island, a speck of volcanic rock way out in the Tasman Sea, feels like stepping back in time. It’s the world’s southernmost coral reef, and that alone makes it special. We love the drift dives, letting the current carry you over h
Ningaloo Reef
Australia · Australasia
Ningaloo Reef really delivers on the promise of an accessible fringing reef. We’ve had some fantastic encounters here, particularly between March and July when the whale sharks are in town, gliding past with surprising grace. Beyond the big
Rowley Shoals
Australia · Australasia
Rowley Shoals is a commitment, pure and simple. You’re sailing 300km off the Kimberley coast, so this isn't a quick hop. What you get in return, though, is some of Australia’s most vibrant, remote reef diving. We love the sheer energy here,
South Australia
Australia · Australasia
If you’re seeking something truly unique in Australian waters, South Australia delivers. Forget what you think you know about Aussie diving; this isn't about tropical sun and rainbow reefs. Here, it’s about the drama of the deep, the thrill
Sydney & New South Wales
Australia · Australasia
Forget everything you think you know about Australian diving outside the tropics. Sydney and regional New South Wales serve up some truly unique experiences. We love the dramatic topography; think caves, pinnacles, and walls carved by ancie
Tasmania
Australia · Australasia
Dramatic kelp forests, weedy sea dragons, and pristine temperate reefs.
Victoria
Australia · Australasia
Port Phillip Bay's piers and artificial reefs, weedy sea dragons at Flinders, and the Shipwreck Coast. Melbourne divers enjoy year-round temperate diving.
Western Australia - South
Australia · Australasia
We often talk about WA’s north, but the south coast is a completely different beast, and honestly, we love it for its wild, rugged charm. This isn’t your typical tropical reef diving, and that’s precisely its appeal. Think cooler waters, dr
Bahamas(8 regions)
Abaco
Bahamas · Caribbean
We’ve always thought of Abaco as the Bahamas’ boating heartland, and diving here feels like a natural extension of that easygoing, sail-first vibe. The reefs are generally calm and shallow, making it a dream for those who like to take their
Andros
Bahamas · Caribbean
Andros is where we go when we crave a proper wall dive, the kind that feels like you’re dropping off the edge of the world. The Tongue of the Ocean, a deep oceanic trench, runs alongside the island, creating an epic drop from around 20 metr
Bimini
Bahamas · Caribbean
Bimini has carved out a reputation as a big animal hotspot, and honestly, we agree. It’s the place to be for hammerhead shark encounters, especially from December to April. We’ve spent many mornings feeling the thrum of the boat engine, kno
Eleuthera & Harbour Island
Bahamas · Caribbean
Eleuthera and Harbour Island have a quiet charm that’s hard to beat, especially if you’re looking to escape the busier Bahamian dive hubs. We love the dramatic wall dives here, often starting shallow and then just dropping away into the blu
Exuma Cays
Bahamas · Caribbean
The Exuma Cays, in our opinion, are what the Bahamas are all about - healthy reefs, a bit of drift, and that classic vivid blue water. We love the sheer variety here, especially within the Land and Sea Park. You’ll spend a morning soaring p
Long Island
Bahamas · Caribbean
Long Island in the Bahamas is a different beast entirely. We’re not talking about those bustling dive hubs; this is where you go to really escape. With no dive centres listed, planning takes a bit more grit, but that’s exactly what makes it
Nassau & New Providence
Bahamas · Caribbean
Nassau. Yeah, we know, it’s often your first stop in the Bahamas, maybe a bit bustling, but don’t sleep on the diving around New Providence. For us, the big draw here is the variety you can pack into a few days. You’ve got the *Thunderball*
San Salvador
Bahamas · Caribbean
Remote and rarely dived, San Salvador's vertical walls start in just 10 metres of water and plunge thousands of metres into the Atlantic. Pristine and uncrowded wall diving.
Barbados(2 regions)
South Coast
Barbados · Caribbean
The South Coast of Barbados is where we usually send divers looking for straightforward, rewarding Caribbean diving without too much fuss. It's a sweet spot for beginners, but there's enough here to keep intermediate divers happy too. We’ve
West Coast
Barbados · Caribbean
Barbados’ West Coast is where we head when we want easy diving and reliable turtle sightings. The Caribbean side truly lives up to its name for calmness; we’ve rarely encountered anything more than a gentle sway here, making it perfect for
Belize(5 regions)
Ambergris Caye
Belize · Central America
Ambergris Caye is where many divers get their first taste of Belize, and it’s easy to see why. We love it for its sheer accessibility, especially Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley. Imagine diving amongst schools of sergeant-major
Caye Caulker
Belize · Central America
Laid-back island with affordable diving along the barrier reef. The Split's channel dive and snorkelling with nurse sharks and rays.
Glover's Reef
Belize · Central America
The most remote and pristine of Belize's three atolls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with spectacular wall diving and minimal visitor numbers.
Lighthouse Reef
Belize · Central America
Lighthouse Reef is where you go when you’re ready to see Belize’s Big Show. We all know the Great Blue Hole is the headliner, and yes, it’s a geological marvel, dropping to 125 meters, but honestly, it’s the sheer scale of the stalactites,
Turneffe Atoll
Belize · Central America
Turneffe Atoll, the largest true atoll in Belize, offers a different flavour of Caribbean diving. Forget the crowds you might find closer to the mainland; here, it’s a quieter scene. We love the sheer scale of the place, the way the walls d
Bermuda(3 regions)
North Shore
Bermuda · Caribbean
Bermuda's North Shore is where history buffs and wreck enthusiasts really get their fix. We love that feeling of dropping onto a site like the **Constellation** and the **Montana**, knowing these aren't just old ships, but the very vessels
South Shore
Bermuda · Caribbean
Dramatic reef systems and walls along Bermuda's exposed southern coast, with larger pelagic encounters.
Western Blue Cut
Bermuda · Caribbean
Deep channel off the western tip, where the reef platform drops into blue water and attracts sharks, tuna, and wahoo.
Bonaire(2 regions)
Bonaire West Coast
Bonaire · Caribbean
The leeward west coast is Bonaire's primary diving area with over 60 marked shore dive sites along the coastal road. Each site is numbered with a yellow painted stone, making navigation easy. Expect pristine coral gardens, seahorses, and fr
Klein Bonaire
Bonaire · Caribbean
Klein Bonaire is our happy place when we’re looking for a truly relaxed dive. That short boat ride across from the main island always feels like leaving the crowds behind, even if you’re sharing the water with a few other boats. We especial
Brazil(7 regions)
Abrolhos
Brazil · South America
Abrolhos is a quiet surprise, a national marine park off the coast of Bahia that feels genuinely remote. We've always found the unique "chapeirão" coral formations, those mushroom-shaped pillars, to be the main draw here. They create a fasc
Arraial do Cabo
Brazil · South America
Arraial do Cabo, often called Brazil’s “Caribbean,” has a bit of a reputation, and for good reason. What we really love are the upwelling currents. They bring in nutrient-rich water, which translates to some seriously clear visibility and a
Bombinhas & Santa Catarina
Brazil · South America
Southern Brazil's diving capital with the Reserva Biológica Marinha do Arvoredo. Groupers, sea turtles, and seasonal right whale encounters.
Fernando de Noronha
Brazil · South America
Fernando de Noronha feels like the whole ocean just exhales here. It’s an intermediate diver’s dream, mainly because of the strong currents that often sweep through, but the reward is immense. We love drifting past pinnacles and submerged r
Ilhabela & São Paulo Coast
Brazil · South America
Historic shipwrecks and subtropical reefs off São Paulo's coast. Over 100 documented wrecks around Ilhabela island.
Recife & Northeast Coast
Brazil · South America
Wreck diving off Recife's urban coastline and Porto de Galinhas coral reefs.
Salvador & Bahia
Brazil · South America
Salvador and the wider Bahia state don't always top the list for Brazilian diving, but we think that’s a real oversight. This region delivers warm, tropical diving with a fantastic mix of historic colonial shipwrecks and lively reef formati
British Virgin Islands(2 regions)
Salt Island & Cooper Island
British Virgin Islands · Caribbean
This corner of the BVI, around Salt and Cooper Islands, is where we often recommend divers start their exploration. It's home to the legendary RMS Rhone wreck, and honestly, we think the Rhone alone is worth the trip. We love diving the bow
Virgin Gorda & Anegada
British Virgin Islands · Caribbean
Virgin Gorda and Anegada offer a split personality to BVI diving, and we love them both for different reasons. Virgin Gorda’s dive sites often mirror its famous Baths, with impressive granite boulders creating swim-throughs and canyons unde
Cambodia(2 regions)
Koh Rong Archipelago
Cambodia · Southeast Asia
The Koh Rong Archipelago still feels a bit like the Wild West of Southeast Asian diving, and we love that. It’s got a raw, untamed energy you don't find much anymore. You'll spend your days exploring reefs and pinnacles around the islands,
Koh Tang & Offshore
Cambodia · Southeast Asia
Koh Tang. Ah, Koh Tang. It’s a trek to get out here, but for our money, these offshore islands are where Cambodia’s diving truly shines. We’re talking proper visibility, often pushing 20 metres, and currents that bring in some serious pelag
Canada(7 regions)
British Columbia
Canada · North America
Cold, nutrient-rich Pacific waters with the world's largest octopus, wolf eels, and vibrant anemone gardens.
Manitoba & Prairie Lakes
Canada · North America
Diving the Prairie Lakes means a unique brand of freshwater exploration, quite different from ocean dives we're used to. Think glacial lakes, surprisingly clear, particularly in places like Clear Lake and West Hawk Lake. Visibility can be q
New Brunswick & Bay of Fundy
Canada · North America
Diving the Bay of Fundy isn’t for the faint of heart, but it’s an adventure we always talk about after a few beers. The tides here are truly immense, pushing vast amounts of water and nutrients, which in turn brings in some serious pelagic
Newfoundland
Canada · North America
Newfoundland diving isn't for the faint-hearted, but for those who brave the chilly Atlantic, it’s a truly unique experience. We love it because it throws something completely different at you. Think iceberg diving in early summer, where th
Nova Scotia
Canada · North America
Nova Scotia. The name itself conjures images of rugged coastlines and maritime history, and for us, it means some of the best wreck diving in Atlantic Canada. We've spent countless hours exploring the HMCS Saguenay, a destroyer purpose-sunk
Ontario Great Lakes
Canada · North America
Forget the tropics for a minute. We love the Ontario Great Lakes for a completely different flavour of diving, one steeped in history and an almost eerie tranquility. It’s cold water, sure, but slip into a drysuit and you’re transported to
Québec
Canada · North America
Québec diving isn't for the faint of heart, but it offers a unique reward. The St. Lawrence River and Saguenay Fjord are cold, often dark, and currents can be a real workout. But get yourself properly geared up-think drysuit and thick under
Cape Verde(4 regions)
Boa Vista
Cape Verde · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Boa Vista often gets overlooked for Sal, and we think that’s a real shame. The diving here is raw, proper Atlantic stuff. Think vast, open seas and the kind of dramatic encounters you dream about. If you're here between February and May, yo
Sal
Cape Verde · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Sal is the busiest island for diving in Cape Verde, and for good reason. You'll find a solid mix of reefs, some interesting cave systems, and a few wrecks that are easy enough for newer divers. What really draws us back are the sharks - lem
Santiago
Cape Verde · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Santiago is a bit different from the other Cape Verde islands, certainly worth a few days if you’re looking for something beyond just the resort scene. We found the diving here to be more about the geology and the pelagics that cruise by th
Santo Antão
Cape Verde · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Santo Antão isn't the first island people think of for diving in Cape Verde, but it absolutely should be on your radar. We love it for the sheer drama of the underwater topography, mirroring the island’s mountainous landscape above. It's al
Cayman Islands(3 regions)
Cayman Brac
Cayman Islands · Caribbean
Cayman Brac feels like a throwback, a diver's island where the focus stays squarely on the water. We love the uncrowded sites; you rarely share a mooring. The MV *Captain Keith Tibbetts* is, of course, the main event, a proper Russian friga
Grand Cayman
Cayman Islands · Caribbean
Grand Cayman diving often gets pigeonholed for the Kittiwake wreck, and while we love a good wreck, the island offers so much more. Our favourite dives here are definitely along the North Wall. Dropping down into that blue abyss, you feel t
Little Cayman
Cayman Islands · Caribbean
Home to Bloody Bay Wall, consistently ranked among the world's top wall dives. The marine park's pristine condition and limited development ensure spectacular visibility and abundant marine life including Nassau groupers.
Chile(2 regions)
Easter Island (Rapa Nui)
Chile · South America
Diving Rapa Nui isn't about chasing huge pelagics, though a bull shark might cruise by if you're lucky. Instead, it’s all about the water itself and the geological drama playing out underwater. Visibility often stretches to 60 metres, somet
Juan Fernandez Islands
Chile · South America
Out in the Pacific, the Juan Fernandez Islands feel wonderfully remote. We’ve found the diving here to be pretty unique, a real showcase for those deepwater, endemic species you just won't spot anywhere else. Expect to come face to face wit
Colombia(6 regions)
Capurganá & Gulf of Urabá
Colombia · South America
Remote Caribbean border region with pristine coral reefs, clear waters, and minimal tourism development near the Darién Gap.
Cartagena & Pacific Coast
Colombia · South America
Caribbean reefs near historic Cartagena. The Rosario Islands marine park with seahorses and frogfish.
Gorgona Island
Colombia · South America
A former prison island now a national park with humpback whale encounters, whale sharks, and pristine Pacific reefs.
Malpelo Island
Colombia · South America
Malpelo isn't for the faint of heart, but if you’re up for a serious adventure, it’s one of the most raw, exhilarating places we've ever dived. This isolated rock, 500km off Colombia’s coast, is a UNESCO site because of what it *holds*: col
San Andrés & Providencia
Colombia · South America
Caribbean islands with the world's third-largest barrier reef in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Santa Marta & Tayrona
Colombia · South America
Santa Marta’s main draw is its easy access to Tayrona National Park. We think that’s where the magic really happens. Imagine granite boulders, smoothed over eons, tumbling into the Caribbean, creating a unique habitat. The water here feels
Comoros(2 regions)
Grande Comore
Comoros · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Grande Comore is an island that keeps you on your toes, a bit raw around the edges, and we love it for that. The diving here, especially around the volcanic walls, feels like exploring new territory. You're mostly looking at dramatic drop-o
Moheli
Comoros · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Moheli, the smallest of the Comoros islands, punches well above its weight for divers. We love its untouched feel, a genuine rarity in the Indian Ocean these days. The reefs here are healthy, thick with stony corals, and surprisingly busy w
Cook Islands
Costa Rica(5 regions)
Caño Island
Costa Rica · Central America
A biological reserve off the Osa Peninsula with bull sharks, manta rays, and white-tip reef sharks patrolling the rocky reef. Strong currents bring pelagic action.
Caribbean Coast
Costa Rica · Central America
The Caribbean side of Costa Rica, particularly around Cahuita National Park and the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge, offers a much different vibe from the Pacific. It's slower, more laid-back, and the diving reflects that. We’re not talk
Cocos Island
Costa Rica · Central America
Cocos Island, that speck 500km off Costa Rica, isn't a casual drop-in. This is serious blue water stuff, strictly for advanced divers who relish big pelagics and aren’t fazed by being truly isolated. We love Cocos for its sheer unapologetic
Golfo Dulce
Costa Rica · Central America
A tropical fjord on the Osa Peninsula with whale and dolphin encounters, bull sharks, and mangrove diving in one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.
Guanacaste & Pacific Coast
Costa Rica · Central America
Catalina and Bat Islands with seasonal bull sharks, giant mantas, and nutrient-rich Pacific diving.
Croatia(6 regions)
Dubrovnik & South Coast
Croatia · Mediterranean & Europe
Dubrovnik's South Coast diving is often overshadowed by other parts of Croatia, but we think that’s a mistake. While you won't find the pelagic action of some more remote spots, what you do get here is a compelling mix of history and geolog
Istria Peninsula
Croatia · Mediterranean & Europe
Istria often gets overlooked for Croatia’s southern islands, and that’s a shame. Up here, it’s a different vibe, less about sheer visibility and more about the historical narrative. We’re talking proper Northern Adriatic diving, which means
Kornati Islands
Croatia · Mediterranean & Europe
The Kornati Islands in Croatia are a standout for us, mostly because it’s a national park with some seriously dramatic topography. Think sheer underwater cliffs that drop hundreds of metres, cut with caves and overhangs that feel ancient. W
Split & Central Dalmatia
Croatia · Mediterranean & Europe
Split and Central Dalmatia really hits the spot if you’re into varied diving. We love the dramatic wall dives, where the Adriatic drops away into the blue, often hiding good-sized conger eels in the cracks. Summer brings decent visibility,
Vis & Biševo
Croatia · Mediterranean & Europe
Vis and Biševo offer some of our favourite diving in Croatia, a region we think often gets overlooked for its quality. Forget what you think you know about Mediterranean diving; here, it’s all about dramatic topography and fascinating histo
Zadar & Northern Dalmatia
Croatia · Mediterranean & Europe
Underwater archaeological sites, Adriatic wrecks, and the Telašćica Nature Park's dramatic cliffs extending below the waterline.
Cuba(7 regions)
Bay of Pigs
Cuba · Caribbean
Cenote-like shore diving along the dramatic limestone coastline with caves, caverns, and vertical walls starting right from the shore. Excellent for both snorkelling and scuba.
Isla de la Juventud
Cuba · Caribbean
Isla de la Juventud, for us, is all about the dramatic walls. You’ll spend most dives drifting along these vertical faces, exploring the caves and tunnels carved into the limestone. We love the swim-throughs here, often bursting with school
Jardines de la Reina
Cuba · Caribbean
Jardines de la Reina, for us, is Cuba’s real treasure. Forget the old cars, this is where the wild things are. You're out in the open ocean here, liveaboard access only, which keeps the crowds away and the reef in spectacular shape. We alwa
María la Gorda
Cuba · Caribbean
María la Gorda really sticks out from the usual Caribbean spots. We love that it’s such a trek to get there, because it means the reefs stay quiet. You’re diving walls draped in black coral, some of the most extensive formations we've seen,
Santiago de Cuba
Cuba · Caribbean
Eastern Cuba's largest city offers wreck diving, reef exploration, and the unique experience of diving near the sunken Spanish fleet from the 1898 naval battle.
Trinidad & Cienfuegos Coast
Cuba · Caribbean
The south-central coast offers wall diving off the Ancon Peninsula, coral gardens along the Caribbean shelf edge, and the historic colonial atmosphere of Trinidad onshore.
Varadero
Cuba · Caribbean
Varadero diving is convenient, and that’s a big part of its charm. You’re right there in Cuba’s most famous resort town, so it's all about easy access to some decent diving. We're talking reefs that start shallow and hold plenty of grunts a
Curaçao(2 regions)
Curaçao Northwest
Curaçao · Caribbean
Wilder and less visited, the northwest coast offers Mushroom Forest's unique formations, Watamula's dramatic entry points, and Playa Kalki's pristine reef. Stronger currents bring more pelagic action.
Curaçao Southeast
Curaçao · Caribbean
The southeast coast of Curaçao is where we send new divers, or anyone who just wants easy, relaxing dives. Think calm, warm water and minimal current. It’s ideal for getting comfortable again if you haven't been in the water for a while. We
Cyprus(2 regions)
Larnaca
Cyprus · Mediterranean & Europe
Larnaca Bay, for us, means one thing: the Zenobia. And what a thing it is. We’ve logged more dives on this behemoth than we can count, and honestly, it just keeps giving. Descending onto the port side, the sheer scale of it hits you every t
Paphos & Coral Bay
Cyprus · Mediterranean & Europe
Paphos and Coral Bay on Cyprus’s west coast offer a Mediterranean experience that’s pleasantly relaxed. We love the variety of natural formations here - think swim-throughs, caves, and gentle amphitheatres carved into the rock. It’s a super
Denmark(2 regions)
Bornholm
Denmark · Mediterranean & Europe
Bornholm, out in the Baltic, is a bit of a curveball when people think of Danish diving. Forget the North Sea’s gloom; here, the visibility genuinely surprises, often hitting 20 metres on a good day, which for this part of the world, feels
North Sea Coast
Denmark · Mediterranean & Europe
Alright, let's talk about the North Sea Coast in Denmark. If you're coming here expecting colourful coral and balmy water, you've missed the brief. This isn't a tropical destination, it’s a rugged, often wild, coastline for divers who appre
Djibouti
Dominica(2 regions)
Cabrits & Northern Coast
Dominica · Caribbean
The diving around Cabrits and Dominica’s northern coast offers a different vibe from the more heavily dived south. Here, you’ll find walls that drop into the blue, often less explored and feeling wonderfully remote. We love the sheer lack o
Soufriere-Scotts Head Marine Reserve
Dominica · Caribbean
Dominica's Soufriere-Scotts Head Marine Reserve is just… different. We love how the island’s volcanic geology extends right into the sea here, creating a dramatic topography of pinnacles, sheer walls, and even a few bubbly hot springs. It’s
Dominican Republic(3 regions)
Bayahibe & La Romana
Dominican Republic · Caribbean
Bayahibe and La Romana offer a solid Caribbean dive trip, especially if you’re looking for a mix of wreck diving and easy reef exploration. We love the variety here - you’ve got the convenience of shore diving on local reefs combined with b
Punta Cana
Dominican Republic · Caribbean
Look, let’s be straight about Punta Cana. It’s not the Red Sea, and it’s not Komodo. What it *is*, though, is damn convenient if you’re already in the Dominican Republic for other reasons, and we appreciate that. The diving here is comforta
Sosua & Puerto Plata
Dominican Republic · Caribbean
Sosua and Puerto Plata offer a different flavour of Caribbean diving. This isn't your placid, mirror-flat stuff; the north coast faces the Atlantic, bringing with it a more dynamic energy. We love the wall dives here, especially sites like
Ecuador(5 regions)
Esmeraldas & North Coast
Ecuador · South America
Ecuador's tropical north coast with emerging dive tourism, mangrove ecosystems, and seasonal whale shark encounters.
Galápagos Central Islands
Ecuador · South America
Santa Cruz, Santiago, and Floreana islands with sea lion colonies, marine iguanas, and green turtle cleaning stations in sheltered bays.
Galápagos Islands
Ecuador · South America
The Galápagos. It’s a name that conjures images of ancient evolution, and for good reason. Diving here is less about pretty corals, though you’ll find some lovely spots, and more about the sheer, exhilarating volume of big animals. We’re ta
Isla de la Plata
Ecuador · South America
Isla de la Plata, often called the ‘Poor Man’s Galápagos’, absolutely lives up to the nickname. We love it for the sheer abundance, especially between June and October when the humpback whales are migrating. Hearing their songs underwater,
Mainland Coast
Ecuador · South America
Ecuador's Pacific coast with seasonal humpback whale encounters and emerging dive sites.
Egypt(8 regions)
Brothers Islands
Egypt · Red Sea & Middle East
Two remote oceanic islands with dramatic walls, hammerhead sharks, oceanic whitetips, and historic wrecks. Live-aboard only.
Dahab
Egypt · Red Sea & Middle East
Dahab, for us, is the Red Sea's quirky, laid-back cousin. It’s where the mountains meet the sea in a spectacular, sun-baked landscape. This isn't your typical resort diving; here, it's all about accessible shore entries and some truly uniqu
Deep South
Egypt · Red Sea & Middle East
The Deep South is where we send divers who think they’ve seen it all in Egypt. Forget the bustling northern sites; this is raw Red Sea, often best explored by liveaboard. We're talking Fury Shoals, St. John's, Daedalus - places where the hu
El Gouna
Egypt · Red Sea & Middle East
El Gouna is often overshadowed by its flashier neighbours, but we’ve always had a soft spot for its relaxed vibe and genuinely excellent diving. Think fewer crowds, fewer boats, and surprisingly healthy reefs just a stone’s throw from your
Hurghada
Egypt · Red Sea & Middle East
Hurghada has been a Red Sea staple for decades, and for good reason. It’s the original Egyptian dive hub, and while some of the nearshore reefs have seen better days, the further afield sites really deliver. We love the easy access to the G
Marsa Alam
Egypt · Red Sea & Middle East
Marsa Alam, for us, is where the Red Sea really starts to feel wild. It's quieter down here, definitely less crowded than the northern sites, and that's a big part of its charm. We love the feeling of space you get. You’re more likely to sp
Safaga
Egypt · Red Sea & Middle East
Safaga. It's often overlooked, sitting just south of Hurghada, but we think that's precisely its charm. You’ll find fewer crowds here, more space on the reefs, and a genuinely relaxed vibe, which we always appreciate. We particularly love t
Sharm el-Sheikh
Egypt · Red Sea & Middle East
Sharm el-Sheikh is where many of us got our first taste of proper Red Sea diving, and it still holds a special place. Forget the crowded resorts; the real draw is the easy access to some truly epic sites. We love the drift dives along the w
Eritrea
Fiji(6 regions)
Beqa Lagoon
Fiji · Central & South Pacific
Home to the famous Shark Reef Marine Reserve with eight species of sharks including bulls and tigers.
Bligh Water
Fiji · Central & South Pacific
Between Viti Levu and Vanua Levu with dramatic seamounts like E-6 draped in spectacular soft corals.
Kadavu & Great Astrolabe Reef
Fiji · Central & South Pacific
Kadavu and the Great Astrolabe Reef. This place feels like a proper expedition, not just another dive trip. We’re talking about one of the biggest barrier reefs on the planet, and honestly, it still feels wild. The currents here can be live
Mamanuca Islands
Fiji · Central & South Pacific
Resort islands with accessible reef diving, swim-throughs, and healthy coral gardens. Perfect for combining diving with tropical beach holidays.
Savusavu
Fiji · Central & South Pacific
Vanua Levu's diving hub with Namena Marine Reserve's pristine reefs, soft coral gardens, and hammerhead encounters at offshore seamounts.
Taveuni & Somosomo Strait
Fiji · Central & South Pacific
Taveuni and the Somosomo Strait, that channel between Taveuni and Vanua Levu, is where Fiji truly shows off its soft corals. We’re talking about the Rainbow Reef and the Great White Wall, places that live up to their names. Think fluorescen
France(2 regions)
Corsica
France · Mediterranean & Europe
Corsica diving, for us, is about those dramatic granite landscapes continuing right below the surface. We’re talking sheer walls plunging into the blue, riddled with grottos and overhangs, often thick with red gorgonian fans. Visibility is
Marseille & Calanques
France · Mediterranean & Europe
Marseille and the Calanques, it’s not your typical tropical getaway, but it’s absolutely worth the dive. We love the rugged, sun-baked coastline dropping sharply into the Med, making for some dramatic wall dives. Picture yourself drifting a
French Polynesia(5 regions)
Bora Bora
French Polynesia · Central & South Pacific
Bora Bora. We know what you're thinking: honeymooners, overwater bungalows, maybe a quick snorkel. And yes, it’s all that, but the diving here really does hold its own, especially if you’re into big animal encounters in the lagoon. We love
Fakarava
French Polynesia · Central & South Pacific
Fakarava isn't just a place; it's an experience of raw, untamed ocean. We've spent weeks here, and every time, the South Pass, Garuae, still blows our minds. Forget "wall of sharks"-it's a *river* of grey reef sharks, hundreds strong, just
Moorea & Tahiti
French Polynesia · Central & South Pacific
Moorea and Tahiti offer two distinct flavours of French Polynesian diving, and we love them both for different reasons. Moorea, for us, is all about the big stuff, particularly during humpback season from July to November. Hearing their son
Rangiroa
French Polynesia · Central & South Pacific
Rangiroa isn't just diving; it’s an underwater rodeo. We love the passes here, especially Tiputa, where the incoming tide creates a conveyor belt of marine life. Imagine hanging weightless, watching a dozen grey reef sharks cruise by, then
Tikehau
French Polynesia · Central & South Pacific
A pink-sand atoll with a single pass teeming with manta rays, grey reef sharks, and barracuda. Less visited than Rangiroa but equally spectacular.
Greece(8 regions)
Alonissos Marine Park
Greece · Mediterranean & Europe
Alonissos Marine Park, Greece's sanctuary for the elusive Mediterranean monk seal, holds a quiet charm. We often find ourselves drawn to the deeper walls and the ancient amphora fields - they tell a story you can almost hear bubbling throug
Chios & Northeast Aegean
Greece · Mediterranean & Europe
Remote Aegean islands with volcanic underwater formations, sea caves, and rich marine life at the crossroads of Mediterranean and Black Sea currents.
Crete
Greece · Mediterranean & Europe
Crete. Greece’s big one. We love it for its unexpected ruggedness, both above and below the surface. Forget tropical reefs here; this is Mediterranean diving at its most atmospheric. Think dramatic rock formations dropping into deep blue, l
Cyclades
Greece · Mediterranean & Europe
Santorini's volcanic caldera dive, Mykonos's archaeological sites, and Naxos's cave systems.
Dodecanese
Greece · Mediterranean & Europe
The Dodecanese islands offer a proper Greek island hopping dive trip. We’ve found the diving here is less about pelagics and more about the geology and history. Think dramatic walls dropping into the blue, cool swim-throughs, and plenty of
Halkidiki
Greece · Mediterranean & Europe
Halkidiki often surprises people. You come for the beaches and end up staying for the diving. We love how the three peninsulas offer such varied underwater topography, from gentle reefs perfect for a lazy afternoon dive to dramatic walls th
Peloponnese
Greece · Mediterranean & Europe
Ancient shipwreck diving in the cradle of Western civilization alongside Mediterranean reef ecosystems.
Zakynthos & Ionian Islands
Greece · Mediterranean & Europe
When we talk about diving in the Ionian, we’re talking about Zakynthos, specifically. This place isn't about megafauna, it’s about the quiet magic of the Mediterranean. Think clear, calm water, sunbeams piercing through cave entrances, and
Grenada(2 regions)
Carriacou
Grenada · Caribbean
Carriacou has this laid-back charm, a real contrast to some of the busier Caribbean spots. It’s got that “sister island” vibe, just a short hop from Grenada proper, and the diving really benefits from fewer boats and divers. We love that fe
Southwest Coast
Grenada · Caribbean
Grenada's Southwest Coast hits that sweet spot for divers who appreciate variety without having to hop on a dozen different boats. We love that you can start your day exploring the eerie beauty of the *Bianca C* wreck, then spend your after
Guadeloupe
Guatemala(2 regions)
Caribbean Coast
Guatemala · Central America
Guatemala's Caribbean Coast is a different beast from its Pacific side, a laid-back corner where the jungle meets the sea. We’re talking about diving just off Livingston, easily accessible and generally pretty calm. Forget about dramatic pe
Lake Atitlan
Guatemala · Central America
Diving Lake Atitlan isn’t your typical Caribbean escape. This is high-altitude, cold-water diving with a serious dose of history and some truly unique geology. We love it because it’s so different, a proper adventure rather than a gentle dr
Honduras(5 regions)
Cayos Cochinos
Honduras · Central America
A marine biological reserve with pristine shallow reefs, nurse sharks, and limited development. Community-managed conservation ensures healthy ecosystems.
Guanaja
Honduras · Central America
The least developed Bay Island with pristine, uncrowded diving and dramatic walls.
Roatán
Honduras · Central America
Roatán’s a special place, one we often find ourselves recommending for those looking for solid, affordable wall diving. It’s the kind of place where you can roll out of bed, grab a coffee, and be on a boat heading to a fantastic site within
Tela & North Coast
Honduras · Central America
Mainland Caribbean diving with the Lancetilla Botanical Reserve nearby. Reef diving, whale shark sightings, and the Garifuna cultural experience.
Utila
Honduras · Central America
Utila, ah, Utila. We’ve spent more than a few weeks here, and it really is a place that gets under your skin. Sure, everyone knows it for the whale sharks, and yes, you stand a great chance of seeing them from March to May and again August
Iceland(3 regions)
Silfra & Thingvellir
Iceland · Mediterranean & Europe
Diving Silfra isn’t like any other dive; it’s an Iceland-specific experience that will reset your expectations for water clarity. We’re talking over 100 metres of visibility in glacial meltwater so pure you can drink it, all while drifting
Strytan & North Iceland
Iceland · Mediterranean & Europe
Strytan isn't just a dive site, it’s a geological phenomenon, a warm anomaly in the cold north. We love the feeling of descending onto the pinnacle itself, a hydrothermal chimney bubbling away, releasing warm water from the earth. The tempe
Vestmannaeyjar
Iceland · Mediterranean & Europe
The Westman Islands off Iceland's south coast with volcanic underwater topography, kelp forests, and rich cold-water marine life.
India(4 regions)
Andaman Islands
India · Indian Ocean & East Africa
The Andaman Islands, way out in the Bay of Bengal, feel genuinely remote. We love the feeling of being somewhere so far off the beaten path, and the diving really delivers on that promise. Around Havelock and Neil Islands, you'll find healt
Goa & Karnataka Coast
India · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Western India's most accessible diving, with seasonal visibility from November to May and interesting wreck sites from the colonial era.
Lakshadweep
India · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Lakshadweep. Just the name sounds like somewhere you have to work to get to, and you do. It’s an archipelago of coral atolls, a bit of a journey from the mainland, which keeps the crowds down, and that’s a huge part of its appeal. We’ve alw
Pondicherry & Tamil Nadu
India · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Emerging dive scene on India's southeast coast, with artificial reef projects and surprisingly rich marine life near temple towns.
Indonesia(13 regions)
Alor
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Remote eastern Indonesia offers nutrient-rich waters with stunning soft coral gardens, pelagic encounters, and unique critters.
Ambon & Maluku
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
World-class muck diving in Ambon Bay with rare critters including the psychedelic frogfish. The Spice Islands offer a unique blend of critter hunting and pristine reef diving.
Bali
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Bali diving feels like choosing your own adventure. We’ve had incredible luck with the USAT Liberty wreck at Tulamben - a shallow-water behemoth that’s just begging for exploration. You can spend an entire dive just circling its bow, watchi
Banda Sea
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Remote and expedition-only, the Banda Sea offers encounters with hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, and massive schools of pelagics.
Cenderawasih Bay
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Cenderawasih Bay feels like stepping back in time, a truly unique corner of Papua. We love it because it’s one of the few places where you can consistently dive with whale sharks, often multiple individuals, pretty much any day of the year.
Derawan Islands
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Derawan feels like a secret, even though the word is definitely out. It’s remote, sitting off the coast of Borneo, and that journey is part of its charm - we always feel we’ve earned the diving by the time we arrive. The diving here is wond
Flores
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Flores. What a place. We love it for its sheer variety, acting as a kind of buffer between the madness of Komodo and the deeper, more remote sites around Alor. You get everything here, from the gentle, sun-dappled slopes of coral gardens, t
Halmahera
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Halmahera feels like exploring uncharted territory, even in Indonesia. It’s frontier diving, pure and simple, and we love that raw, untamed feel. You’ll find healthy reefs here, largely untouched, where the corals - particularly the staghor
Komodo
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Komodo. Just the name conjures images of dragons and, for us, some truly electrifying diving. We’ve logged more bottom time here than almost anywhere else, and it never gets old. Picture yourself dropping into a dive at Batu Bolong, where t
Lombok & Gili Islands
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Lombok and the Gilis, for us, offer a really satisfying mix. You’ve got the easygoing Gili vibe, where Green Sea turtles practically queue up to pose for photos, then the wilder south coast of Lombok, with its proper currents and bigger fis
Raja Ampat
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Raja Ampat is an opinion-splitter, but we think it’s absolutely worth the journey. We’ve been a few times now, and each trip peels back another layer. Forget the sheer number of species; what’s really special is the *density* of it all. You
Sulawesi
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Sulawesi is a big place, so we’re talking several distinct dive personalities here. Bunaken Marine Park, for example, is all about those dizzying walls. You drop down, the blue stretching forever, and you just drift along, watching reef sha
Sumatra
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Sumatra, often overshadowed by Indonesia’s more famous dive destinations, offers a compelling mix for those willing to venture a little further. Off the northern tip, Pulau Weh serves up some genuinely nice reef diving in the Andaman Sea. W
Ireland(2 regions)
South Coast
Ireland · Mediterranean & Europe
South Coast diving in Ireland isn’t what most people picture when they think about the Emerald Isle. Forget chilly Atlantic currents. Here, a whisper of the Gulf Stream means genuinely warmer waters, making it surprisingly pleasant year-rou
West Coast
Ireland · Mediterranean & Europe
The West Coast of Ireland is where the Wild Atlantic Way truly lives up to its name, especially underwater. We’re talking about proper wild diving here, a place for those who appreciate dramatic seascapes and a touch of the rugged. Think ke
Israel
Italy(4 regions)
Naples & Campania
Italy · Mediterranean & Europe
Diving in Naples and Campania? We’re talking about more than just a dip. You’re literally swimming through history here, especially at the Baia Underwater Archaeological Park. Seeing those ancient Roman villas and mosaic floors, now home to
Portofino & Liguria
Italy · Mediterranean & Europe
The Italian Riviera might conjure images of pastel villages and yacht-dotted harbours, but drop beneath the surface at Portofino and Liguria, and you’ll find some seriously compelling diving. We love the dramatic topography here - sheer wal
Sardinia
Italy · Mediterranean & Europe
Sardinia is a firm favourite of ours in the Mediterranean. We particularly love the island's west coast around Alghero, where the limestone cliffs drop dramatically into the sea, hiding a maze of grottoes and caverns just begging to be expl
Ustica
Italy · Mediterranean & Europe
Ustica holds a special place in our hearts; it was Italy's first marine protected area for good reason. Diving here feels like stepping back to a healthier Mediterranean. We love the intricate cave systems and the pinnacles that rise from t
Jamaica(3 regions)
Montego Bay
Jamaica · Caribbean
Montego Bay gets a bit of a bad rap sometimes, being a busy cruise port, but we think its diving is quietly solid. It’s not going to blow your mind with massive pelagics, but what you do get are a surprising number of small, colourful reef
Negril
Jamaica · Caribbean
Negril offers that quintessential laid-back Caribbean diving. It’s not about big pelagics or massive walls, it’s about slow, sunny dives with a healthy dose of chill. Think gentle currents, warm water, and plenty of light filtering down ont
Ocho Rios
Jamaica · Caribbean
Ocho Rios diving isn't about deep drifts or roaring pelagics. It’s about a relaxed Caribbean pace, getting a little closer to the small stuff. We love the feeling of just drifting over the gentle slopes, spotting creatures you might miss el
Japan(5 regions)
Ishigaki & Yaeyama
Japan · East Asia
Ishigaki, and the Yaeyama islands beyond it, feel like Japan's answer to the South Pacific, but with a distinctly Japanese flavour. We love it for the sheer variety, from the dramatic drift dives to the surprisingly intricate coral gardens.
Izu Peninsula
Japan · East Asia
Izu Peninsula. Japan’s most accessible diving from Tokyo, and we love it for its wild diversity. Think dramatic volcanic seascapes, an astonishing variety of macro critters, and, if you hit it right, some serious pelagic action. The local
Kerama Islands
Japan · East Asia
The Kerama Islands are a quick boat ride from Naha, but they feel a world away. We love the dramatic blue you get here, often 50 metres or more on a good day, earning it the nickname ‘Kerama Blue’. Our favourite sites are the pinnacles, whe
Ogasawara (Bonin) Islands
Japan · East Asia
A UNESCO World Heritage site 1,000 km south of Tokyo, where dolphins, sharks, and humpback whales inhabit pristine volcanic waters.
Okinawa Main Island
Japan · East Asia
Okinawa Main Island might be Japan’s biggest tourist draw for diving, but it still delivers. We love how accessible everything is, from the shore entries at Manza Dream Hole to the short boat rides to pinnacles like Gorilla Chop. The water
Jordan(2 regions)
Aqaba
Jordan · Red Sea & Middle East
Aqaba diving often gets overshadowed by its flashier Red Sea neighbours, but we think that’s a mistake. This stretch of Jordanian coastline packs a serious punch, especially when it comes to wrecks and easy reef access. We've spent weeks he
Aqaba Marine Park
Jordan · Red Sea & Middle East
Aqaba Marine Park might not have the big pelagic draws of other Red Sea spots, but we love it for its sheer quirkiness and the commitment to artificial reefs. Where else can you explore a C-130 Hercules plane, a M42 Duster tank, and a troop
Kenya(2 regions)
Diani Beach & South Coast
Kenya · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Diani’s South Coast diving might not scream “remote adventure,” but it consistently delivers solid, enjoyable dives, especially for those who appreciate accessibility without sacrificing interesting encounters. We love that it’s all so easy
Watamu & Malindi
Kenya · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Watamu and Malindi deliver quintessential Indian Ocean diving, but with a uniquely Kenyan flavour. We’re talking shallow, colourful reef dives within the protected marine park - no crazy depths needed to see the good stuff. Think dense cora
Kiribati(3 regions)
Christmas Island (Kiritimati)
Kiribati · Central & South Pacific
Christmas Island, Kiritimati, often gets overlooked for its diving, probably because there are no dedicated dive centres. That's a shame because this place is truly unique. We’ve found ourselves descending into water so clear it felt like f
Phoenix Islands
Kiribati · Central & South Pacific
The Phoenix Islands are a protected marine wilderness, mostly visited by liveaboard. You’ll find some of the Pacific's most untouched reefs here, home to large pelagics like black marlin and the occasional sperm whale. Currents can be stron
Tarawa
Kiribati · Central & South Pacific
The capital atoll with WWII wreck diving, lagoon reefs, and a fascinating wartime history beneath the waves.
Lebanon(3 regions)
Beirut Coast
Lebanon · Red Sea & Middle East
The capital's waters hide sunken Phoenician harbours, French mandate-era wrecks, and rocky reefs with grouper and octopus.
Byblos
Lebanon · Red Sea & Middle East
One of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, with ancient harbour structures and coastal reef diving.
Tyre
Lebanon · Red Sea & Middle East
Diving Tyre is a unique experience. This isn't your typical colourful coral reef destination, so leave that expectation at the surface. Instead, you're descending into history, exploring ancient Phoenician and Roman ruins scattered across t
Libya(2 regions)
Cyrenaica
Libya · Mediterranean & Europe
Eastern Libya's coast near ancient Greek ruins, with clear waters, underwater caves, and pristine Mediterranean reefs.
Tripoli Coast
Libya · Mediterranean & Europe
The capital's waters hold WWII shipwrecks, Italian colonial-era vessels, and shallow reef systems.
Madagascar(5 regions)
Île Sainte-Marie
Madagascar · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Famous for humpback whale watching (July-September) with reef diving and unique marine species.
Nosy Be
Madagascar · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Nosy Be sits as Madagascar's most developed dive spot, and for good reason. We’ve found the reefs here offer a solid mix of wall and fringing reef dives, with a handful of wrecks thrown in for good measure. Keep your eyes peeled for those l
Nosy Iranja & Radama Islands
Madagascar · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Nosy Iranja and the Radama Islands are a different beast, a slice of Madagascar that still feels untouched. We love how relatively few divers make it here, which means the reefs are in genuinely fantastic shape. Expect drift dives that carr
Nosy Mitsio
Madagascar · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Nosy Mitsio is where we go when we really want to switch off. It's a proper boat charter destination, no quick shore dives here, and that isolation is exactly the appeal. We love the dramatic basalt formations above the water and the sheer
Tuléar & the South
Madagascar · Indian Ocean & East Africa
The Great Reef of Tuléar, one of the world's largest fringing reefs. Remote and pristine.
Malaysia(7 regions)
Layang-Layang
Malaysia · Southeast Asia
A remote oceanic atoll accessible only March to September. Schooling hammerhead sharks and pristine walls.
Mabul & Kapalai
Malaysia · Southeast Asia
Mabul and Kapalai, just off the coast of Sabah, are where we send divers who appreciate the little things. It's truly a macro photographer's dream. Forget grand, sweeping reefscapes, this is all about getting up close and personal. You'll s
Perhentian Islands
Malaysia · Southeast Asia
The Perhentians are a classic Southeast Asian stop, relaxed and easy-going, perfect for a no-fuss dive trip. We love the easy access to the fringing reefs, usually just a short boat ride from the beach. You’ll find some lovely reef patches
Redang Island
Malaysia · Southeast Asia
We love Redang. It’s got a classic island vibe, not overly developed, and the diving holds up year after year. Forget the "world-class" hype some places get; Redang is just solid, reliable Southeast Asian diving with a laid-back pace. Our
Sabah Coast
Malaysia · Southeast Asia
Beyond Sipadan, Sabah offers diverse diving from Kota Kinabalu's artificial reefs to Semporna's island-hopping reef dives and the remote Turtle Islands.
Sipadan
Malaysia · Southeast Asia
Sipadan. The name itself brings a smile to our faces, usually followed by a wistful sigh. This isn't just another dive trip, it's a pilgrimage for many. We've been lucky enough to dunk here a few times, and every single one has been memorab
Tioman Island
Malaysia · Southeast Asia
Tioman is our go-to for a quick escape when we’re in Southeast Asia, especially because it’s duty-free. The diving here is comfortable, great for beginners, but still interesting enough for experienced divers looking for relaxed multi-day t
Maldives(8 regions)
Baa Atoll
Maldives · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Baa Atoll. The name alone conjures images of mantas, and for good reason. Hanifaru Bay is truly special, a seasonal spectacle where hundreds of mantas turn up to feed, filtering plankton, creating a swirling vortex of wings. It’s an experie
Huvadhoo Atoll
Maldives · Indian Ocean & East Africa
One of the world's largest atolls with remote, pristine diving and uncrowded channels.
North Ari Atoll
Maldives · Indian Ocean & East Africa
North Ari Atoll means big fish, pure and simple. We love it for the thilas, those submerged pinnacles that act like magnets for pelagics, especially around the new moon. Fish Head, or Mushimasmingili Thila if you want to be formal, is our f
North Malé Atoll
Maldives · Indian Ocean & East Africa
North Malé Atoll is where a lot of Maldivian diving stories begin, and for good reason. It’s got a huge number of sites, meaning plenty of space to spread out, even with the number of resorts. We especially love the channels and thilas here
Rasdhoo Atoll
Maldives · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Rasdhoo Atoll, tucked away in the Alif Alif Atoll, is a real favourite of ours, mostly because it delivers on those early morning promises. We love the drift dives here, particularly along the outer reef walls, where the current often just…
South Ari Atoll
Maldives · Indian Ocean & East Africa
South Ari Atoll. It’s the closest thing to a guaranteed whale shark encounter you’ll find in the Maldives. We’re not talking a fleeting glimpse from a boat either. Spend a few days here, especially around Maamigili, and the odds are firmly
South Malé Atoll
Maldives · Indian Ocean & East Africa
South Malé Atoll feels like the quieter, more chilled-out sibling to its northern neighbour. We love the drift dives through the channels, especially around Kandooma Thila, where the current can really pick up. If you time it right, you’ll
Vaavu Atoll
Maldives · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Vaavu Atoll, for us, is classic Maldives channel diving, but with a twist. It’s where you go when you’re chasing those bigger pelagics but still want to feel like you’ve got a little space to yourself. The channels here, particularly Fottey
Malta(4 regions)
Comino
Malta · Mediterranean & Europe
Comino diving usually means a trip to the Blue Lagoon, which is fair enough for snorkelers, but divers should be looking beyond the boats. We love the Santa Marija Caves. They’re a real highlight, a network of tunnels and swim-throughs carv
Gozo
Malta · Mediterranean & Europe
Gozo. Ah, Gozo. This little island just off Malta packs a serious punch for divers. We love that it feels a bit more laid-back than the main island, like diving just got a dose of chill. The Blue Hole and Inland Sea are, without a doubt, th
Malta Island
Malta · Mediterranean & Europe
Malta Island delivers a solid punch for Mediterranean diving, especially if you’re into wrecks and a bit of cave exploration. We’re particularly fond of the intentional sunken fleet; the HMS Maori is a favourite, shallow enough for most, wi
Valletta Harbour
Malta · Mediterranean & Europe
Historic harbour diving with WWII wrecks and centuries of maritime history. The HMS Maori, St. Michael, and Carolita wrecks rest in the Grand Harbour.
Marshall Islands(2 regions)
Bikini Atoll
Marshall Islands · Central & South Pacific
Bikini Atoll isn’t a quick trip, and that’s part of its appeal. This UNESCO site isn’t for the faint of heart or the beginner. We’re talking serious wreck diving, requiring technical skills and a healthy respect for what lies beneath. The s
Majuro Atoll
Marshall Islands · Central & South Pacific
Majuro might be the capital, but don’t let that conjure images of bustling dive boats. It’s far more laid-back. The diving here is surprisingly accessible for a remote Pacific atoll, with gentle reef slopes and some exhilarating channel dri
Martinique(2 regions)
Diamond Rock
Martinique · Caribbean
Diamond Rock, or Rocher du Diamant as the locals call it, is easily one of our favourite dives in Martinique. This dramatic volcanic outcrop juts straight out of the sea, and the diving here is strictly for advanced divers. The currents can
Saint-Pierre
Martinique · Caribbean
Saint-Pierre is a captivating dive destination, unlike many other Caribbean spots. We love it for its moody, almost ghostly, underwater landscape. This isn't a place for your typical vibrant coral gardens, though there are patches of colour
Mauritius(2 regions)
Flic en Flac & West Coast
Mauritius · Indian Ocean & East Africa
The Flic en Flac and West Coast stretch is where many divers first dip their fins in Mauritius, and for good reason. It’s a busy spot, yes, but the sheer variety of dive sites means you can always find something new. We particularly love th
Rodrigues Island
Mauritius · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Rodrigues feels like stepping back in time, and the diving reflects that. We love the uncrowded feeling here, it’s a genuinely relaxed pace. Forget flashy resorts; this is about quiet mornings and honest diving, often with a whole site to y
Mayotte
Mexico(9 regions)
Cabo San Lucas
Mexico · North America
Where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez. The famous sand falls underwater cascade, hammerhead encounters, and sea lion colonies at Land's End.
Cozumel
Mexico · North America
Cozumel diving, it’s a whole vibe. We love the sheer energy of the place, specifically how the currents sweep you along the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. You’re not so much swimming as you are flying past enormous coral formations, often with
Guadalupe Island
Mexico · North America
The world's premier great white shark cage diving destination with 30+ metres of visibility.
Huatulco
Mexico · North America
Pacific coast bay system with marine park diving, coral communities, and seasonal humpback whale encounters along the Oaxacan coast.
Isla Mujeres
Mexico · North America
Famous for seasonal whale shark aggregations (June-September), MUSA underwater sculptures, and the dramatic Cave of the Sleeping Sharks.
Riviera Maya
Mexico · North America
Caribbean reef diving combined with cenote adventures. Bull shark diving at Playa del Carmen.
Sea of Cortez
Mexico · North America
The Sea of Cortez, the *aquarium du monde* as Cousteau called it, truly lives up to its name. We love this stretch of water for its sheer unpredictability; one day it's a calm drift past schooling scissortail chromis, the next you're eye-to
Socorro Islands
Mexico · North America
Socorro. Just the name makes us grin. This isn't a place for casual reef dives; it's a pilgrimage for those who want to feel small in the best possible way. We call it the Mexican Galápagos, and for good reason: the big stuff turns up here.
Yucatán Cenotes
Mexico · North America
Forget what you think you know about diving. The Yucatán Cenotes are a different beast entirely, and we absolutely love them for it. This isn't about reef fish or pelagics - though an occasional Lancer Stargazer or even a rare hammerhead mi
Micronesia(4 regions)
Chuuk (Truk) Lagoon
Micronesia · Central & South Pacific
Chuuk Lagoon, or Truk as many of us still call it, isn't just a dive destination; it's a history lesson you can swim through. You’re descending into a museum, plain and simple, and it’s unlike anywhere else on the planet. We love the sheer
Kosrae
Micronesia · Central & South Pacific
Kosrae is a quiet place, like diving in a dream. We’ve been lucky enough to explore a fair few Pacific islands, and this one stands out for its sheer, understated health. The hard coral walls here are something else, easily some of the heal
Pohnpei
Micronesia · Central & South Pacific
Pohnpei’s outer reefs are what we’re really here for. Think big, dramatic walls that drop into the deep blue, usually with a steady current that makes for some fantastic drift diving. We’ve had incredible encounters with reef sharks patroll
Yap
Micronesia · Central & South Pacific
Yap. It’s a name that conjures images of stone money and mantas, and honestly, the mantas deliver. We love Yap for its commitment to these gentle giants; the dive operators here know exactly where and when to find them at the cleaning stati
Montenegro
Montserrat(2 regions)
Northwest Coast
Montserrat · Caribbean
Montserrat's accessible dive coast, with healthy coral reefs, volcanic pinnacles, and nutrient-rich waters from the eruption.
Plymouth (Wreck Diving)
Montserrat · Caribbean
The buried volcanic capital, where divers explore structures and vessels engulfed by pyroclastic flows and lahars.
Morocco
Mozambique(4 regions)
Bazaruto Archipelago
Mozambique · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Bazaruto feels wild, a proper expedition. We love the sheer scale of the reefs here; they just stretch on. You’ll drift past enormous bommies, home to shoals of fusiliers so thick they block the light, then drop into canyons where the curre
Ponta d'Ouro
Mozambique · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Near the South African border with reef diving, dolphin encounters, and seasonal whale shark and manta ray visits.
Quirimbas Archipelago
Mozambique · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Northern Mozambique feels like the edge of the world, and the Quirimbas Archipelago captures that remoteness perfectly. We love it because it’s still relatively untouched, a true expedition into an ecosystem that hasn't seen much traffic. P
Tofo & Inhambane
Mozambique · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Tofo, and its quieter neighbour Inhambane, offers a different kind of dive experience. It’s not about finding a new species on every dive; it’s about the big stuff, and the powerful feeling of being in a truly wild ocean. We've spent weeks
Myanmar(3 regions)
Burma Banks
Myanmar · Southeast Asia
Remote seamounts famous for encounters with nurse sharks, leopard sharks, and massive schools of pelagic fish.
Mergui Archipelago
Myanmar · Southeast Asia
The Mergui Archipelago holds a special place for us. It’s not just the 800-plus islands; it’s the genuine feeling of being somewhere few others have been. We’ve done our share of liveaboards, but here, the dive sites really do feel like dis
Myeik & Southern Coast
Myanmar · Southeast Asia
Coastal diving off mainland Myanmar with emerging dive operations. Shallow reefs with whale sharks during seasonal plankton blooms.
New Caledonia(4 regions)
Grand Lagoon
New Caledonia · Australasia
The Grand Lagoon in New Caledonia feels like diving in an aquarium, but a really, really big one. This UNESCO World Heritage site serves up a seriously impressive lineup of fish species, well over 2,000 recorded. We’ve been lucky enough to
Isle of Pines
New Caledonia · Australasia
The Isle of Pines offers something truly special, a departure from the typical New Caledonian drift dives. Here, the focus shifts to intricate reef systems and incredible visibility. We love the feeling of gliding over perfectly formed bomm
Loyalty Islands
New Caledonia · Australasia
The Loyalty Islands are the real deal, a proper outer-island adventure for divers who appreciate genuine remoteness. We’ve always found the caves here particularly striking, with light shafts cutting through the gloom and revealing walls ca
Prony Bay
New Caledonia · Australasia
Prony Bay. We love it. It's got this truly unique vibe, a bit eerie, a bit wild, definitely not your average Pacific postcard. Our favourite? Without a doubt, the hydrothermal chimneys. Imagine diving alongside plumes of warm, mineral-rich
New Zealand(6 regions)
Bay of Islands
New Zealand · Australasia
The Bay of Islands offers a real mixed bag for diving, which we appreciate. You’ve got the famous Rainbow Warrior wreck, of course, but don't overlook the natural reefs and walls around the islands. We love the dramatic drop-offs and the fe
Fiordland
New Zealand · Australasia
Fiordland diving isn't like anything else. We're talking about a landscape that feels ancient, above and below the surface. The real draw here is the layer of freshwater runoff, stained with tannins from the surrounding rainforest, that sit
Goat Island & Hauraki Gulf
New Zealand · Australasia
Goat Island, New Zealand's first marine reserve, sits just an hour north of Auckland, and we think it's the perfect spot to get acquainted with the country's underwater world. It's a place where you can genuinely see snapper unafraid, swimm
Kaikōura
New Zealand · Australasia
Kaikōura. We often forget about it when planning New Zealand trips, but that's a mistake. This isn't your warm water, reef-bashing kind of dive destination. It’s rugged, raw, and absolutely exhilarating. Think chilly South Pacific water, ye
Poor Knights Islands
New Zealand · Australasia
The Poor Knights. We’ve been lucky enough to dive a lot of places, and these islands near Tutukaka really do stand out. It’s not just the dramatic cliffs plunging into the Tasman, or the kelp forests swaying in the surge, it’s the sheer den
Stewart Island / Rakiura
New Zealand · Australasia
New Zealand's southernmost diving with blue cod, crayfish, and the chance to see the rare yellow-eyed penguin underwater.
Nicaragua
Niue
Norway(6 regions)
Bergen & Fjords
Norway · Mediterranean & Europe
Fjord diving with wolffish, giant king crabs, and nudibranchs in dramatic underwater landscapes.
Kristiansand & South Coast
Norway · Mediterranean & Europe
Southern Norway's warmest waters with historic shipwrecks, lobster populations, and accessible shore diving from rocky coastlines.
Lofoten Islands
Norway · Mediterranean & Europe
Diving in Lofoten is less about vivid coral and more about the raw power of the Arctic. We love the feeling of slipping into that cold, clear water, surrounded by towering kelp stalks that sway like underwater forests. You’ll definitely be
Stavanger & Rogaland
Norway · Mediterranean & Europe
Stavanger is one of those places that, on paper, you don't immediately think of for diving. Norway's oil capital, sure, but underwater? We were pleasantly surprised. The Rogaland coastline gives you a proper mix: some fantastic wrecks that
Tromsø & Northern Norway
Norway · Mediterranean & Europe
Arctic diving with orca and humpback whale encounters during the herring run. Northern lights above, marine spectacles below.
Trondheim & Central Coast
Norway · Mediterranean & Europe
Cold-water coral reefs, WWII wrecks, and kelp forest diving along the central coastline.
Oman(4 regions)
Daymaniyat Islands
Oman · Red Sea & Middle East
The Daymaniyat Islands offer a solid dive trip, a protected nature reserve just off the coast of Muscat. We often spot green turtles gliding past, and the coral, particularly the cauliflower and pavona, feels genuinely healthy. If you’re lu
Dhofar & Mirbat
Oman · Red Sea & Middle East
Southern Oman's monsoon-influenced coast with seasonal upwelling supporting humpback whales, nutrient-rich reefs, and unique marine biodiversity.
Musandam Peninsula
Oman · Red Sea & Middle East
The 'Norway of Arabia' with dramatic fjord-like inlets, whale sharks, dolphins, and colourful reef fish.
Muscat & Capital Coast
Oman · Red Sea & Middle East
Accessible diving from the capital with artificial reefs, coral gardens, and seasonal whale shark aggregations along the coastline.
Palau(4 regions)
Ngemelis & Big Drop-off
Palau · Central & South Pacific
Iconic wall dive dropping into the abyss with Napoleon wrasse, sharks, and brilliant coral. The Big Drop-off is one of Palau's most photographed sites.
Peleliu & Angaur
Palau · Central & South Pacific
Peleliu and Angaur diving. This isn't for the faint of heart, but boy, do we love a good drift dive, and these channels deliver. Think serious current, the kind that whips you along, making you feel truly part of the ocean’s rhythm. It’s he
Rock Islands
Palau · Central & South Pacific
The Rock Islands. Just the name conjures up those iconic mushroom-shaped islets, carved by millennia of waves, standing sentinel over some truly spectacular diving. We’ve logged more than a few hours here and still find ourselves craning ou
Ulong Channel
Palau · Central & South Pacific
A famous drift dive through a channel connecting the lagoon to the open ocean. Sharks, turtles, and eagle rays patrol the current-swept passage.
Panama(4 regions)
Bocas del Toro
Panama · Central America
Bocas del Toro diving is a quirky Caribbean affair, distinct from Panama’s Pacific side. We’re talking about a relaxed archipelago, where the current descriptions often mention “colourful coral gardens, mangrove channels, and frog fish,” an
Coiba National Park
Panama · Central America
Coiba is one of those places you hear whispers about, a sort of wild west of Pacific diving, and for good reason. We love it because it genuinely feels remote, a proper adventure to get to, and it pays off in spades. Think strong, clean cur
Pearl Islands
Panama · Central America
Pacific archipelago near Panama City with whale shark encounters, manta rays, and schooling fish. Growing dive tourism in a developing destination.
San Blas Islands
Panama · Central America
The Guna Yala indigenous territory with pristine shallow reefs, palm-fringed islands, and cultural immersion. Coral gardens in crystal-clear Caribbean waters.
Papua New Guinea(6 regions)
Kavieng
Papua New Guinea · Central & South Pacific
WWII wrecks and pristine channel dives off New Ireland. Current-swept passages bring pelagics while sheltered reefs offer macro opportunities.
Kimbe Bay
Papua New Guinea · Central & South Pacific
Kimbe Bay, for us, is one of those places that just gets under your skin. We love it because it’s a dive where you can truly relax and just soak it all in. The reefs here are sheltered, which means you’re not battling strong currents, and i
Milne Bay
Papua New Guinea · Central & South Pacific
Milne Bay, it’s fair to say, is where we truly fell in love with Papua New Guinea. This place sets the bar for muck diving, a critter hunter's dream where you’ll find things you’ve only ever seen in books, if at all. We’re talking about the
Rabaul & New Britain
Papua New Guinea · Central & South Pacific
Rabaul is a place that truly grabs you, not just for the diving but for the raw power of nature shaping the landscape. We love the sheer drama of diving among WWII wrecks in a harbour framed by active volcanoes. The water around here often
Tufi
Papua New Guinea · Central & South Pacific
Dramatic fjords with black coral trees, pristine reefs, and WWII aircraft wrecks. A true frontier diving experience.
Witu Islands
Papua New Guinea · Central & South Pacific
Remote volcanic islands with walls, caves, and volcanic vents. Hot springs on the seabed and pristine reef ecosystems rarely visited by divers.
Peru(2 regions)
Lima & Palomino Islands
Peru · South America
Diving near Lima? Yeah, you heard right. It's not your typical tropical getaway, and that’s precisely why we love it. The Palomino Islands are a short boat ride from Callao, and the main draw is undeniably the colossal sea lion colony. Imag
Mancora & North Coast
Peru · South America
Peru. Yeah, we know what you’re thinking: Nazca lines, Machu Picchu, ceviche. Diving? Most divers don’t even have it on their radar, and honestly, we love that about Mancora. This isn't the Caribbean, so ditch any expectations of postcard-p
Philippines(12 regions)
Anilao
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Anilao, a few hours south of Manila, feels like the spiritual home of Philippine diving. It's not about grand pelagics or sweeping walls here, though you’ll find some lovely reef dives. Anilao shines brightest for the small stuff, a real ma
Apo Reef
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Apo Reef is undeniably a standout, and not just because it's the largest coral reef system in the Philippines. We’ve found that it consistently delivers some of the most dramatic wall dives in Southeast Asia. Drop off into serious blue, oft
Bohol
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Bohol delivers that classic Philippine dive vibe, but with a friendly, laid-back twist. We love Balicasag Island for its sheer walls, a proper freefall into the blue where you can often spot schooling barracuda or big trevally cruising by.
Donsol & Sorsogon
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Okay, Donsol. Most people hear the name and think ‘whale sharks’, and they’re not wrong. Swimming with those gentle giants at the surface is a pretty special experience, and it’s done respectfully here. But what we love, what truly sets Sor
Dumaguete
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Dumaguete, for us, isn’t just a jumping-off point for Apo Island, though that’s certainly a draw. It’s the black sand slopes of Dauin, just a short boat ride south, that truly grab our attention. You drop onto volcanic sand, dark and unassu
Malapascua
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Malapascua. Just the name makes us think of those early morning alarms and the promise of something truly special. For us, the draw is always Monad Shoal. There’s nowhere else on Earth where you can consistently see thresher sharks. We’re t
Palawan
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Palawan. Now, this is a place we always come back to. Forget those glossy brochures, this corner of the Philippines delivers on its own terms. We’ve had some truly epic days here, especially around Coron Bay, where those WWII Japanese wreck
Romblon
Philippines · Southeast Asia
An emerging macro diving destination between Mindoro and Panay. Blue-ringed octopus, nudibranchs, and seahorses abound in the island province's uncrowded waters.
Siargao
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Siargao, famous for its surf breaks, has quietly become a standout dive spot, and honestly, we’re thrilled the secret is getting out. We’ve always appreciated the chilled-out vibe topside, and that extends to the diving here too. You’re not
Subic Bay
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Subic Bay isn't about drift diving over sprawling coral gardens. Here, it’s all about the history submerged. We love the USS New York, a proper battleship on its side, nearly 200 metres long and surprisingly intact. Dropping down onto that
Tubbataha Reef
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Tubbataha. Just the name makes us want to pack our bags. This UNESCO site is a live-aboard only affair, and for good reason. It’s remote, it’s wild, and it is, in our opinion, some of the most consistent big-fish action in Southeast Asia.
Visayas
Philippines · Southeast Asia
The Visayas is the beating heart of Philippine diving, no question. We’ve spent months here over the years, logging dives from dawn till dusk, and it still keeps us coming back. Moalboal’s sardine run is probably the main draw, and for good
Portugal(2 regions)
Algarve & Berlengas
Portugal · Mediterranean & Europe
The Algarve and Berlengas islands offer a surprisingly varied take on European diving. We love the dramatic rock formations here, especially around the Berlengas archipelago. Think granite boulders draped in golden cup corals, often hiding
Azores
Portugal · Mediterranean & Europe
The Azores isn't your typical tropical escape. Forget warm, shallow reefs; this is raw, untamed Atlantic diving. Think dramatic volcanic architecture dropping into the blue, and a very real chance of spotting the big stuff. We love the seam
Puerto Rico(3 regions)
Fajardo & East Coast
Puerto Rico · Caribbean
Diving off Puerto Rico's east coast, around Fajardo, is all about easy, colourful reef dives with some interesting twists. We love how accessible it is, perfect for a relaxed dive trip where you're not battling big currents. You'll find you
La Parguera
Puerto Rico · Caribbean
La Parguera feels like the Caribbean we used to know, before the big resorts took over. It’s a sleepy fishing village, and that vibe extends underwater. We love the immediate access to the wall, a dramatic drop-off just a short boat ride ou
Rincon & West Coast
Puerto Rico · Caribbean
Rincon and Puerto Rico's west coast offer a distinctly Caribbean dive experience, but with a few local twists that we absolutely love. Think dramatic walls dropping into the blue, and pinnacles swarming with schools of grey snapper - we’ve
Réunion
Samoa(2 regions)
Savai'i
Samoa · Central & South Pacific
Savai’i is Samoa’s rugged big sister, and its diving feels the same way: wilder, less polished than Upolu. We love the volcanic topography here. It creates incredible swim-throughs and caverns. It’s not about huge pelagics, though you might
Upolu
Samoa · Central & South Pacific
Upolu delivers a relaxed, easygoing dive experience, a real throwback to how things felt a couple of decades ago. We love the accessible reef and cavern dives, particularly around the main island’s fringing reef. You’ll find some lovely mac
São Tomé & Príncipe(2 regions)
Príncipe
São Tomé & Príncipe · Indian Ocean & East Africa
A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with some of the Gulf of Guinea's most pristine underwater ecosystems and coral gardens.
São Tomé
São Tomé & Príncipe · Indian Ocean & East Africa
São Tomé feels like diving on the edge of the world, and that’s precisely what we love about it. The volcanic reef walls drop dramatically into the deep, often revealing schools of African forktail snapper and horse-eye jacks swirling off t
Saudi Arabia(5 regions)
Al Lith & The Red Sea Project
Saudi Arabia · Red Sea & Middle East
The gateway to Saudi Arabia's ambitious Red Sea tourism development. Pristine offshore reefs and islands being opened to sustainable dive tourism.
Farasan Islands
Saudi Arabia · Red Sea & Middle East
A remote archipelago in the southern Red Sea with pristine coral reefs, manta rays, and dugong populations. Limited access ensures healthy marine ecosystems.
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia · Red Sea & Middle East
Jeddah diving is a bit of a mixed bag, to be honest. Some days you get those incredible, gin-clear conditions the Red Sea is famous for, and other days, well, not so much. But when it's good, it's really good. We love the sheer number of si
NEOM & Tabuk
Saudi Arabia · Red Sea & Middle East
The far northwest coast near the Gulf of Aqaba features virgin reefs and emerging dive tourism.
Yanbu
Saudi Arabia · Red Sea & Middle East
Yanbu. Now, this is a spot we’ve been quietly raving about to anyone who’ll listen. It’s got that untouched feel, like you've stumbled on something special before the crowds do. The reefs here are just… *lush*. Think soft coral gardens that
Senegal(2 regions)
Casamance Coast
Senegal · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Southern Senegal's mangrove-lined coast, with estuary diving, manatee encounters, and remote reef systems.
Dakar & N'Gor
Senegal · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Senegal's dive hub, with the N'Gor island marine reserve, WWII wrecks, and artificial reef projects teeming with life.
Seychelles(4 regions)
Aldabra & Outer Islands
Seychelles · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Aldabra. Just the name carries a certain weight, doesn't it? This isn’t your typical Seychelles trip. Forget speedy pangas and day trips; getting here means committing to a liveaboard, and frankly, that’s exactly how it should be. The divin
Desroches & Amirantes
Seychelles · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Remote atolls southwest of Mahé with drop-offs, channel dives, and large pelagic encounters including sailfish and tuna.
Inner Islands
Seychelles · Indian Ocean & East Africa
The Inner Islands of Seychelles, particularly around Mahé, Praslin, and La Digue, are where we send divers who want a bit of everything. We're talking dramatic granite boulder formations underwater, sculpting caves and swim-throughs you jus
Silhouette Island
Seychelles · Indian Ocean & East Africa
A national park island with pristine reefs, whale shark encounters, and dramatic granite underwater landscapes. Limited access ensures conservation.
Singapore
Solomon Islands(5 regions)
Florida Islands
Solomon Islands · Central & South Pacific
Near Honiara with accessible reef and wreck diving. Twin Tunnels and Mary Island offer dramatic swim-throughs.
Gizo & Western Province
Solomon Islands · Central & South Pacific
Gizo, and the wider Western Province, is the Solomon Islands at its most captivating. We love the feeling of truly being off the beaten track here, trading the usual dive boat crowds for genuine village warmth. You’ll find sites that hum wi
Iron Bottom Sound
Solomon Islands · Central & South Pacific
There’s an eerie quiet when you descend into Iron Bottom Sound. It's a vast underwater graveyard, littered with the ghosts of WWII. We're talking dozens of ships and planes, some practically intact, others just scattered debris. Our favouri
Marovo Lagoon
Solomon Islands · Central & South Pacific
The world's largest saltwater lagoon with pristine reef diving and community-managed marine protected areas.
Russell Islands
Solomon Islands · Central & South Pacific
Remote islands between Guadalcanal and New Georgia with pristine reefs, dramatic walls, and WWII wreck diving.
South Africa(3 regions)
Cape Town & Western Cape
South Africa · Indian Ocean & East Africa
The diving around Cape Town is a different beast entirely. We’re talking proper cold water, usually around 10-14°C, so bring your drysuit or a thick wetsuit. But embrace the chill, because what you get in return is phenomenal: towering kelp
KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa · Indian Ocean & East Africa
KwaZulu-Natal is where the Indian Ocean really flexes its muscles on South Africa's subtropical east coast. We love it for its raw energy, especially when the Sardine Run kicks off - that chaotic, beautiful frenzy is something else, but it’
Sodwana Bay
South Africa · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Sodwana Bay is a standout, no question. We’ve logged countless dives here and it always delivers something new. Think subtropical reef diving, proper Indian Ocean stuff, inside a UNESCO World Heritage site, the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Yo
South Korea(3 regions)
East Coast
South Korea · East Asia
South Korea’s East Coast diving, particularly along the Gangwon coast, offers a genuine cold-water experience. We’re talking proper temperate diving, where you’ll trade tropical colours for a unique ecosystem teeming with species like the s
Jeju Island
South Korea · East Asia
Jeju Island is where we head when we want something a little different, a stark contrast to the tropical dive sites we often frequent. It’s got a raw, volcanic beauty, with dramatic basalt formations that create incredible swim-throughs and
Ulleungdo
South Korea · East Asia
Ulleungdo isn't your typical South Korean dive trip, and that's precisely why we love it. This remote volcanic island, jutting out of the East Sea, offers a genuinely unique perspective on temperate diving. We're talking dramatic underwater
Spain(7 regions)
Balearic Islands
Spain · Mediterranean & Europe
Diving the Balearics always feels like coming home, if your home had sea caves and more groupers than people. We love the feeling of slipping into that warm Med water, especially around Mallorca where the light shafts into the cavern system
Cabo de Palos
Spain · Mediterranean & Europe
Cabo de Palos, particularly the Islas Hormigas marine reserve, delivers some of the most dynamic diving in the Spanish Mediterranean. We love the dramatic pinnacles, sheer walls, and the way the light filters through the deeper sections. It
Canary Islands
Spain · Mediterranean & Europe
We’ll be honest, when most people think of European diving, the Canaries aren’t the first place that springs to mind. But you’d be missing out. These volcanic islands offer something genuinely different: dramatic underwater architecture car
Costa Brava
Spain · Mediterranean & Europe
The Costa Brava, a stretch of rugged Spanish coastline, offers a more varied dive trip than some might expect from the Mediterranean. We love the dramatic topography; think sheer walls dropping into the blue and plenty of swim-throughs to e
El Hierro
Spain · Mediterranean & Europe
The smallest Canary Island hosts a marine reserve with volcanic topography and exceptional visibility.
Galicia & Atlantic Coast
Spain · Mediterranean & Europe
Atlantic cold-water diving with the Rías Baixas estuaries, kelp forests, and the Cíes Islands' marine park. Rich biodiversity where Atlantic meets Mediterranean.
Medes Islands
Spain · Mediterranean & Europe
The Medes Islands, just off the Costa Brava, really deliver for Mediterranean diving. We love the sheer density of fish here, a welcome change from some quieter Med spots. Diving around the protected islands means you’re often finning along
Sri Lanka(4 regions)
Batticaloa & East
Sri Lanka · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Sri Lanka's newest dive frontier, with HMS Hermes wreck - the first aircraft carrier ever sunk - lying in 54m.
Hikkaduwa & South Coast
Sri Lanka · Indian Ocean & East Africa
We love Hikkaduwa for its easy going vibe and surprising amount of wreck diving, a nice counterpoint to the more common reef dives you find along Sri Lanka’s south coast. It’s certainly a busy place topside, but once you slip below the surf
Kalpitiya & Northwest
Sri Lanka · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Kalpitiya is a real up-and-comer for Sri Lanka diving. We love the feeling of exploring somewhere still finding its feet, especially when it delivers sights like the Bar Reef. It’s a huge system, the biggest coral reef in Sri Lanka, and you
Trincomalee & East Coast
Sri Lanka · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Trincomalee on Sri Lanka’s east coast is our favourite summer escape. While the west coast bathes in monsoon, Trinco offers calm seas and fantastic visibility from May to October. We often find ourselves drifting over healthy reefs, punctua
St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Lucia(2 regions)
Anse La Raye
St. Lucia · Caribbean
Anse La Raye sits a little off the typical St. Lucian dive circuit, and that’s precisely what we love about it. You get a sense of quiet discovery here, with fewer boats and a more relaxed pace. The dive sites are a good mix, from gentle re
Soufriere & The Pitons
St. Lucia · Caribbean
Diving Soufriere means walls, plain and simple. We’re talking world-class wall diving, plummeting beneath the dramatic Piton peaks. Think visibility often stretching past 30 metres, letting you really appreciate the sheer scale as the reef
St. Vincent & the Grenadines(2 regions)
St. Vincent
St. Vincent & the Grenadines · Caribbean
St. Vincent is a quiet surprise, often overshadowed by its Grenadine neighbours. But for divers who really look, it’s a macro heaven. We love the volcanic topography here; the dramatic slopes and swim-throughs are just begging to be explore
Tobago Cays
St. Vincent & the Grenadines · Caribbean
Tobago Cays isn't about dive shops and crowded boats. It's about anchoring your own catamaran and rolling off the transom directly into the big blue. We love that freedom. The reef here, especially around Mayreau Gardens, feels genuinely un
Sudan(3 regions)
Port Sudan & Sanganeb
Sudan · Red Sea & Middle East
Dive Sudan, and you’re signing up for an adventure. This isn't your usual resort diving, and that's exactly why we love it. The sheer isolation means fewer boats, fewer divers, and frankly, a much wilder experience. The star of the show ha
Sha'ab Rumi & Offshore Reefs
Sudan · Red Sea & Middle East
Famous for Jacques Cousteau's underwater experiments, Sha'ab Rumi features shark encounters, intact coral, and the iconic Conshelf II structure.
Southern Reefs
Sudan · Red Sea & Middle East
Remote reefs stretching south with virgin coral formations and virtually no other divers.
Sweden(2 regions)
Baltic Coast
Sweden · Mediterranean & Europe
Diving the Baltic Coast in Sweden means trading colourful reefs for something altogether more hauntingly beautiful. This isn't your typical tropical escape, and we love it for that. The real draw here is the phenomenal preservation of woode
West Coast (Gothenburg)
Sweden · Mediterranean & Europe
Diving on Sweden's West Coast, particularly around Gothenburg, is a unique, often bracing experience. Forget your typical tropical colours. Here, the North Sea influence brings a different kind of beauty: dense, swaying kelp forests and a r
Taiwan(4 regions)
Green Island
Taiwan · East Asia
Green Island is a place we always circle back to, especially when we’re after a bit of a thrill. It’s a volcanic outcrop, and that geology means some seriously dramatic underwater topography. Think sheer walls, swim-throughs, and the kind o
Kenting National Park
Taiwan · East Asia
Kenting National Park, right at Taiwan’s southern tip, is where the warm Kuroshio Current really makes its presence felt. We’ve logged quite a few dives here, and it’s always interesting to see how the currents shape things. You’ll mostly b
Northeast Coast
Taiwan · East Asia
Taiwan’s Northeast Coast, just a short drive from Taipei, is often overlooked by divers chasing tropical titans. That’s a mistake. We love it for its quiet charm and incredible macro opportunities. Think temperate rocky reefs, a place where
Orchid Island (Lanyu)
Taiwan · East Asia
Remote island home to the indigenous Tao people, with crystal-clear waters, coral gardens, and flying fish migrations.
Tanzania(5 regions)
Dar es Salaam & Offshore Islands
Tanzania · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Dar es Salaam isn't the first place that springs to mind for Tanzanian diving, with Zanzibar hogging much of the spotlight. But venture out to the offshore islands, particularly those within the marine reserves, and you’ll find some genuine
Kilwa & Southern Coast
Tanzania · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Remote and virtually unexplored diving along Tanzania's southern coastline with pristine reefs and the historic Kilwa Kisiwani ruins nearby.
Mafia Island
Tanzania · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Mafia Island, often overlooked for its flashier neighbours, holds a quiet charm for divers who appreciate uncrowded reefs. The diving here is wonderfully varied, from gentle coral gardens that we love to explore with newer divers, to exhila
Tanga & Usambara Coast
Tanzania · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Northern Tanzania's emerging dive area near the Kenyan border with healthy reefs, Pangani's historic coast, and whale shark sightings.
Zanzibar & Pemba
Tanzania · Indian Ocean & East Africa
Zanzibar and Pemba offer a real split personality when it comes to diving, and we love them both for different reasons. Off Zanzibar, Mnemba Atoll is our go-to for that classic Indian Ocean feel. We’re talking drift dives over reefs thick w
Thailand(6 regions)
Gulf of Thailand
Thailand · Southeast Asia
The Gulf of Thailand, for us, is all about easy diving and those wonderful whale shark surprises at Sail Rock. We’ve had incredible luck there, watching them cruise past as schools of fusiliers dim the light. It’s also home to some decent w
Koh Lanta & Phi Phi
Thailand · Southeast Asia
For a corner of Thailand that gets its fair share of traffic, Koh Lanta and Phi Phi still deliver some truly excellent diving. We love it for the sheer variety, from the dramatic limestone structures of Phi Phi to the deeper, current-swept
Koh Tao
Thailand · Southeast Asia
Koh Tao. Chances are, you know it as the world’s most popular place to get certified, and for good reason. It’s got a huge number of sites perfect for beginners, like Mango Bay, where you drift over sandy patches and watch juvenile reef fis
Pattaya & Eastern Seaboard
Thailand · Southeast Asia
Accessible wreck diving and reef diving from Thailand's eastern coast. HTMS Khram and several artificial reefs support growing marine ecosystems.
Similan Islands
Thailand · Southeast Asia
The Similans, for us, are all about the sheer scale of the place. Those huge granite boulders, smoothed over millennia, create incredible swim-throughs and gulleys. You’ll feel tiny next to them, especially at sites like Elephant Head Rock,
Surin Islands
Thailand · Southeast Asia
A marine national park near the Myanmar border with pristine shallow reefs, crystal visibility, and encounters with the Moken sea nomad people.
Timor-Leste(2 regions)
Atauro Island
Timor-Leste · Southeast Asia
Atauro Island, sitting pretty in the Banda Sea, really punches above its weight. We love the feeling of remoteness here, like you’ve stumbled onto a well-kept secret. The walls are what we come for, particularly the north and east sides, dr
Dili Coast
Timor-Leste · Southeast Asia
The Dili Coast offers a surprisingly accessible introduction to Timor-Leste's underwater world, a great starting point before heading further afield. We love the convenience of shore diving right from the capital, meaning no long boat rides
Tonga(3 regions)
Ha'apai Group
Tonga · Central & South Pacific
The Ha’apai Group is the Tonga you picture in your head, all deserted islands and slow island time. We love that it feels so remote, yet the diving is surprisingly approachable, especially if you’re a newer diver finding your fins. Here, th
Tongatapu
Tonga · Central & South Pacific
Tongatapu. For many, it’s the gateway to Tonga, and for us, it holds a special place, mostly because it’s where you can swim with humpbacks. Forget the boats, the cages; here, you’re just in the water with them, guided by some seriously exp
Vava'u Group
Tonga · Central & South Pacific
Vava'u diving means caves and humpbacks. We love this northern Tongan group for its unique blend of cavern exploration and close encounters with the ocean's gentle giants. From July to October, the humpbacks migrate here to calve and breed,
Trinidad & Tobago
Tunisia
Turkey(2 regions)
Bodrum
Turkey · Mediterranean & Europe
Bodrum often gets overlooked by divers heading to the Red Sea or further afield, and we think that’s a real shame. We love the Aegean coast for its sponge-covered reefs and the surprisingly varied macro life. You’ll find plenty of green shr
Kas & Kekova
Turkey · Mediterranean & Europe
Kas. Where do we even begin? It’s arguably Turkey’s diving capital, and honestly, we think that’s fair. You’ve got a fantastic mix here: ancient ruins, some truly atmospheric wrecks, and caverns that make for incredible natural light shows.
Turks & Caicos(4 regions)
Grand Turk
Turks & Caicos · Caribbean
The historic capital island features a dramatic wall starting just 300 metres from shore, dropping into the 2,000-metre-deep Columbus Passage. Pristine coral, eagle rays, and whale watching in season.
Providenciales
Turks & Caicos · Caribbean
Providenciales diving is all about those dramatic walls, and frankly, we’re here for it. Northwest Point is our favourite for its sheer drop-offs, starting in just 10-12 metres of water before plunging down into the abyss. You’ll often hang
Salt Cay
Turks & Caicos · Caribbean
A tiny, tranquil island famous for humpback whale encounters during migration season. The wall diving is pristine and virtually unvisited, offering a true Robinson Crusoe diving experience.
South Caicos
Turks & Caicos · Caribbean
Known as the 'Big South' with exceptional wall diving, drift dives through channels, and encounters with eagle rays and sharks in nutrient-rich waters. An uncrowded alternative to Provo.
Tuvalu
United Arab Emirates(2 regions)
Dubai & Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates · Red Sea & Middle East
Diving Dubai and Abu Dhabi isn't about natural coral landscapes; it's about the grit and ingenuity of man-made reefs and forgotten wrecks. We love the sheer variety of artificial structures here, from purpose-sunk ships to fabricated habita
Fujairah
United Arab Emirates · Red Sea & Middle East
Fujairah often gets overlooked, but honestly, we think that's part of its charm. It’s a completely different vibe from the glitz of Dubai, and the diving reflects that. Here on the Gulf of Oman side, you're looking at a mix of wrecks and re
United Kingdom(5 regions)
Cornwall & Devon
United Kingdom · Mediterranean & Europe
Forget the tropical brochures for a minute. We love a good challenge, and the UK’s southwest coast, particularly Cornwall and Devon, delivers something genuinely unique. This isn't about big pelagics or technicolor coral; it's about history
Northumberland & Northeast
United Kingdom · Mediterranean & Europe
Northumberland and the Northeast might just be our favourite UK cold-water secret. Forget everything you think you know about diving in Britain, because this region delivers a proper punch. We’re talking about the Farne Islands, where grey
Scapa Flow, Orkney
United Kingdom · Mediterranean & Europe
Scapa Flow isn't just diving, it’s a journey through time. We’re talking about the scuttled German High Seas Fleet from 1919 - this isn't some scattered debris, these are massive battleships and cruisers, largely intact. Dropping down onto
Scottish East Coast & Borders
United Kingdom · Mediterranean & Europe
Forget what you think you know about UK diving, because the Scottish East Coast and Borders punches well above its weight. St Abbs Head, in particular, is where we always head first. It's a shore diver's dream, with rocky reefs draped in pl
Scottish West Coast
United Kingdom · Mediterranean & Europe
Forget your preconceptions about UK diving. The Scottish West Coast, particularly the Sound of Mull, is a different beast entirely. We love the dramatic wreck diving here; it’s like exploring a submerged museum, with over 30 historic ships
United States(12 regions)
Alaska
United States · North America
Okay, Alaska. Let's just be clear: this isn't your average warm-water escape. This is serious cold-water diving, often extreme, and it demands respect. But if you're prepared, the rewards are genuinely unlike anywhere else we've been. Pictu
California
United States · North America
California diving, for us, is all about the kelp. Forget your tropical corals for a moment; the sensation of drifting through a towering kelp forest, light dappling through the canopy, is something else entirely. We're talking the Channel I
Florida Keys
United States · North America
The Keys are a classic for a reason. We love diving here for its sheer accessibility to proper reef diving, a rarity in the continental US. You can be out on the boat, splashing in, and staring down at a curious green moray or a school of j
Florida Springs
United States · North America
The Florida Springs are a different kind of dive, and we absolutely love them for it. Forget the ocean, here it’s all about the astonishing clarity of freshwater at a constant 22°C. Drifting through Ginnie Springs, the light rays pierce the
Great Lakes
United States · North America
Forget everything you think you know about diving in North America. The Great Lakes are not about swaying corals or colourful reef fish, they’re about history, frozen in time. We’re talking freshwater wreck diving, and the cold, fresh water
Hawaii
United States · North America
Diving Hawaii often means one thing to us: Big Island. The Kona coast, in particular, delivers that unique blend of volcanic drama above and below the surface. We love the manta ray night dives here. Drifting in the inky blackness, surround
New England
United States · North America
New England diving. It’s certainly not for everyone, but if you’re into temperate water and a bit of history, we reckon it’s absolutely worth a look. Think thick kelp forests swaying in the current, big lobsters scuttling across the rocks,
North Carolina
United States · North America
North Carolina diving, for us, means one thing: sharks and wrecks. The 'Graveyard of the Atlantic' isn't just a catchy name; it’s a living museum of WWII U-boats and other maritime history. We’re talking about metal skeletons draped in soft
Pacific Northwest
United States · North America
Forget the palm trees; we’re talking about a different kind of magic in the Pacific Northwest. Diving here means pulling on a drysuit and dropping into an emerald world of giant Pacific octopus, their arms unfurling from rocky dens, and the
South Carolina & Georgia
United States · North America
Artificial reef programs, ledge diving, and the Cooper River fossil diving for megalodon teeth. Sand tiger sharks patrol the offshore ledges.
Texas & Gulf Coast
United States · North America
Artificial reefs and oil rig diving in the Gulf of Mexico. The Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary hosts the northernmost coral reefs in the US.
US Virgin Islands
United States · North America
St. Croix's famous Buck Island reef, St. Thomas's wreck diving, and St. John's pristine national park reefs in warm Caribbean waters.
US Virgin Islands(2 regions)
St. Croix
US Virgin Islands · Caribbean
St. Croix offers some seriously compelling Caribbean diving. What we really love is the sheer variety for an island this size. You’ve got the famous wall, plunging dramatically off the north shore, and then the more gentle, sprawling reefs
St. Thomas & St. John
US Virgin Islands · Caribbean
St. Thomas and St. John diving, we’ve found, often gets a casual nod, but it’s worth a deeper look. These twin islands offer a relaxed pace, and while you won’t always be chasing megafauna, the macro life and coral formations here are genui
Vanuatu(2 regions)
Espiritu Santo
Vanuatu · Central & South Pacific
Espiritu Santo isn't just a dive destination; it's a history lesson you can swim through. We love it for the sheer scale of the SS President Coolidge, a monstrous wreck that swallows you whole. Dropping onto her deck in 20m of water, you fe
Port Vila & Efate
Vanuatu · Central & South Pacific
Port Vila diving is a pleasant surprise, especially if you're already on Efate for other reasons. We love that you get a solid mix here: some decent reefs, a few interesting wrecks, and those cool cathedral caves. Think about heading to the
Venezuela(2 regions)
Los Roques Archipelago
Venezuela · South America
Los Roques is a place we’ve talked about extensively. It’s a national park, which means the reefs are in genuinely good shape, and the water clarity is something you’ll remember long after you’ve toweled off. We’re talking about consistentl
Morrocoy & Chichiriviche
Venezuela · South America
Morrocoy, with its scattered islands and mainland mangroves, isn’t about huge pelagics or dramatic drop-offs. It’s about the smaller things, the quiet details you might miss if you’re always looking out to sea. We love the feeling of slippi
Vietnam(5 regions)
Con Dao Islands
Vietnam · Southeast Asia
Remote archipelago off Vietnam's south coast with pristine reefs, green turtle nesting beaches, and dugong sightings in protected waters.
Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham
Vietnam · Southeast Asia
Hoi An and Cu Lao Cham offer a really unique blend of diving and culture, especially since you’re right on the doorstep of the ancient town. We love how easy it is to combine a morning underwater with an afternoon exploring the old streets.
Nha Trang
Vietnam · Southeast Asia
Nha Trang has long been Vietnam’s dive hub, and we think it earns that reputation for straightforward, colourful diving. Mostly, you’ll be exploring the reefs within the Hon Mun Marine Protected Area, and we’re big fans of the soft coral di
Phu Quoc
Vietnam · Southeast Asia
Gulf of Thailand island paradise with healthy coral reefs, gentle currents, and abundant tropical fish. An emerging destination.
Whale Island & Van Phong Bay
Vietnam · Southeast Asia
A remote bay with seasonal whale shark visits and healthy reef systems.